Freight Handler - 2pm shift

CrossCountry Denver, LLC; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 27,276 - 38,848; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance

PTO, Paid Holidays

401k Retirement Plan

Biweekly Pay

Job summary

CrossCountry Denver, LLC is seeking Freight Handlers for the 2pm to 10:30pm shift in Denver, CO. In this role, you will be responsible for loading and unloading freight using forklifts and pallet jacks while adhering to safety protocols. A competitive pay rate of $24.00 per hour is offered.

The ideal candidate should possess at least six months of forklift experience and be able to lift up to 50 pounds. Benefits include health insurance, 401k retirement plan, and more.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Minimum of 6 months of verifiable forklift experience.
• Ability to frequently lift and/or move up to fifty pounds.

Responsibilities

• Safely load and unload trailers using forklifts and pallet jacks.
• Track and document freight using handheld scanners.
• Verify the condition of inbound freight.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Problem-solving skills

Forklift operation

Tools

Forklifts

Pallet jacks

Hand carts

Job description

Freight Handler - 2pm shift

Location: Denver, CO
Job Status: Non-Exempt

Job Summary

We are hiring Freight Handlers in the Denver, CO area. This safety-sensitive position requires loading and unloading freight from trailers using forklifts, pallet jacks, and hand carts, and may include other duties as assigned.

Shift & Compensation

Shift: Monday-Friday, 2pm-10:30pm
Pay: $24.00/hour

Essential Job Duties

• Safely load and unload trailers utilizing forklifts, pallet jacks, and hand cart
• Use handheld scanners to efficiently track and document freight through our network
• Accurately identify, sticker, and stage inbound freight
• Verify the condition of freight to assure quality standards
• Other duties as assigned

Minimum Requirements

• At least 18 years of age
• Must be able to frequently lift and/or move up to fifty (50) pounds
• Must be able to occasionally lift and/or move up to ninety (90) pounds
• At least six (6) months of verifiable forklift experience
• Excellent communication and problem-solving skills
• Successful completion of a pre-employment skills assessment

Physical Demands

• Perform frequent squatting and crouching to handle freight
• Maneuver freight/pallets weighing up to 2,500 pounds onto a dolly or cart with a force of up to 130 pounds with mechanical aid in various environments
• Carry freight weighing up to 40 pounds for a distance of up to 20 feet
• Load and unload full trailers of freight weighing up to 45,000 pounds with mechanical aid
• Open and close cargo doors and climb into and out of vehicles

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance
• PTO, Paid Holidays, Volunteer Time Off, Wellness Time Off
• 401k Retirement Plan
• Biweekly Pay